Senior Client Executive Acquisition

Gartner; Springfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

World-class sales training

Generous PTO

401k match up to 7200 USD/year

Stock purchase at discount

Job summary

Gartner is seeking a Client Director to set and execute strategy for global or major regional accounts with substantial strategic and revenue impact. You will own a quota and focus on client value, retention, and new business.

You will lead global account planning, build comprehensive solutions, and coordinate cross-functional teams to drive growth across multinational clients. The role requires 15+ years of experience with 10+ in sales, strong executive presence, and exceptional communication.

Qualifications

• Track record of quota-bearing consultative selling in high-technology services or software.
• Proficient in global account planning, territory management, and solution/license architectures.
• Strong presentation skills and business application proficiency (PowerPoint, CRM, Word, Excel).
• Bachelor’s degree desirable; proven ability to structure innovative IT solutions for global clients.

Responsibilities

• Gain access to and develop trust-based, value-added relationships with senior technology leaders in large global accounts.
• Lead account and territory strategy to drive year-over-year growth and retention.
• Develop account solutions and license architectures; drive execution to the desired state.
• Coordinate cross-BU planning and execution with internal partners.
• Manage accounts to increase engagement, retention, and growth.
• Own quota responsibility for a multinational account.

Skills

Quota bearing

Consultative selling

Global account planning

Territory management

Executive presence

Sales acumen

Relationship building

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerPoint

CRM tools

Word

Excel

Job description

The Client Director is responsible for setting, directing, and executing the strategy for global clients or major regional accounts that are of substantial strategic and revenue generating importance. The Client Director will carry a sales quota and focus on client value delivery, client retention, and new business.

• Gain access to and develop trust based, value added relationships with senior most technology leaders and their teams in large global accounts
• Lead overall account and territory strategy to drive YoY growth and retention
• Develop exemplary account solutions and license architectures – building account vision and strategy, and driving execution towards intended state
• Orchestrate and marshal account planning and execution with cross-BU internal partners
• Account management with the outcome of increased customer engagement and an increase in retention and account growth
• Quota responsibility aligned to a specific multinational account
• Build and demonstrate mastery of Gartner sales methodology and products

15+ years of experience with +10 years of sales experience.

• Track record of success in a quota‑bearing consultative selling environment, preferably experience in high technology (services or software) sales
• Proficient in global account planning, territory management, and developing solution/license architectures
• Strong demonstration of intellect, drive, influencing skills, executive presence, relationship building, sales acumen, collaboration, and compelling communications
• Proven ability to understand enterprise-wide issues and to structure innovative, integrated solutions that provide IT decision support to global companies
• Comprehensive understanding of technology buying centers and procurement processes of large global accounts
• Strong presentation skills and business application proficiency (e.g. PowerPoint, CRM tools, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Proficiency in navigating full lifecycle of sales process
• Bachelor’s degree desired
• Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program, and more!
• Uncapped commission structure
• World‑class sales training programs and skill development programs
• Collaborative, team‑oriented culture that embraces inclusion
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

At Gartner, Inc. (Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission‑critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. What makes Gartner a great place to work?

How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.

This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.

Gartner is the world authority on AI

At Gartner, you’ll join a company at the very center of the AI revolution. Gartner has proactive, objective guidance throughout clients’ AI journeys. We set the standard for how organizations leverage artificial intelligence to drive meaningful impact. You’ll have access to unmatched resources, expertise, and technology, and play a key role in helping Gartner and our clients innovate and grow as we leverage AI to transform business and technology landscapes.

It’s an exciting time to be at Gartner, with limitless opportunities to make a real impact, grow your skills, and build a lasting, meaningful career in a field that’s reshaping the way we operate. In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role‑based, uncapped sales incentive plan. Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates. We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.

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